Veterinary Medical Director & Practice Leader

Destination Pet, LLC; San Juan Capistrano (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & holidays

CE allowance

Relocation assistance

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Student loan reimbursement

No non-compete clause

Mental health support (telemedicine)

Job summary

Destination Pet LLC seeks a Medical Director for Ortega Animal Care Center in San Juan Capistrano to oversee medical operations, mentor staff, and advance high-quality patient care. The role combines clinical leadership with community engagement in a well-equipped, full-service hospital.

The position emphasizes direct patient care, staff development, and strategic operations, with a competitive salary and generous benefits as listed in the posting.

Qualifications

• DVM degree required.
• Minimum 5 years veterinary experience.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to mentor staff and drive quality care.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and clinical supervision of veterinary staff.
• Lead hospital operations and ensure high-quality patient care.
• Mentor veterinarians and staff to support professional growth.
• Engage with the community and represent the hospital in outreach.
• Collaborate with Hospital Manager on priorities and costs.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Communication

Emotional intelligence

Empathy

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Job description

Destination Pet LLC seeks a Medical Director for Ortega Animal Care Center in San Juan Capistrano to oversee medical operations, mentor staff, and advance high-quality patient care. The role combines clinical leadership with community engagement in a well-equipped, full-service hospital.

The position emphasizes direct patient care, staff development, and strategic operations, with a competitive salary and generous benefits as listed in the posting.